Serving 212 students in grades 6-8, West Wendover Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is equal to the Nevada state level of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nevada state average of 72% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 212 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Wendover Middle School's student population of 212 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 500% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
212 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Wendover Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 692 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Wendover Middle School is 0.33, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#499 out of 692 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
18:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
80%
44%
Black
1%
12%
White
17%
28%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
1%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
79%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Wendover Middle School's ranking?
West Wendover Middle School is ranked #499 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend West Wendover Middle School?
212 students attend West Wendover Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of West Wendover Middle School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Wendover Middle School?
West Wendover Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is equal to the Nevada state average of 18:1.
What grades does West Wendover Middle School offer ?
West Wendover Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is West Wendover Middle School part of?
West Wendover Middle School is part of Elko County School District.
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